Work-related hearing loss is a critical health and safety issue. Noise-induced hearing loss is preventable, but once acquired it is permanent and irreversible. Therefore, preventative measures have ...

Loud noises in the workplace can lead to permanent hearing loss among workers. Banging, drilling and other mechanical processes can produce loud noises that can damage a person’s eardrum. The types of ...

Exposure to high levels of noise for extended periods of time can cause hearing loss. In accordance with the OSHA Occupational Noise Exposure Standard, employees whose job tasks require them to be ...

In the world of workplace health and safety, noise remains one of the most pervasive—and preventable—hazards. Hearing loss is the third most common chronic physical condition among U.S. adults, and an ...

Hearing protector fit testing (HPFT) provides an opportunity for employers to improve their hearing conservation program (HCP) services. Workers are at significant risk for noise-induced hearing loss.